Summer Reading Kick-Off: Book Bites

Free

Whet your appetite with the first paragraph of a new book! Join library staff and patrons as they serve up some tasty titles for you to try. Books shared will be available for checkout if you hear something you like. Light refreshments will be served. No registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of the JHPL.

Chinese Calligraphy

Free

Come to the Joshua Hyde Public Library, Sturbridge on Thursday, July 6 at 6:00pm. Learn one of the earliest forms of written language. All materials will be supplied. Registration is required. Sponsored by the Friends of the JHPL.

Writing Poetry with Liz & Jess

Come join us for poetry writing workshops where we’ll explore poetic forms such as found poetry, dada poetry, and chain poetry. Get your creative juices flowing in a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere – sharing is optional! Registration is not required.

Books on Tap

Come to the Rapscallion Brewery for a laid-back discussion of the book "The Girls" by Emma Cline in a nice relaxing atmosphere. Copies of the book are available to check out at the Joshua Hyde Public Library. Sponsored by the Friends of the JHPL.

Afternoon Book Group: Jacqueline in Paris

Free

This season's theme is "Exploring the Importance of Place". Join us for a discussion of Jacqueline in Paris by Ann Mah. Copies can be picked up at the library. Sponsored by the Friends of the JHPL. About the book: In September 1949 Jacqueline Bouvier arrives in postwar Paris to begin her junior year abroad. She’s...